The Kullu valley hill station is an exotic place to visit because of its isolated located. Its former name Kulanthpitha means end of the livable world, because beyond this valley lies the greater Himalayas, which were very difficult to climb. Kullu valley lies at an elevation of 1200 m above sea level, at a point where rivers Beas and Sarvari meet.

Kullu is more of a pilgrimage spot because of its famous template. The most important of these temples is the Raghunath temple. This temple was built by Raja Jagat Singh, who ruled this place in 1660, as a form of penance for his misdeeds. He brought an idol of Lord Rama from Ayodhya and he established it, in this temple. During times of the Dusshehra festival, the temple is flooded with tourists.

Situated three kilometers from Kullu is the Jagannathi Devi Temple. Those coming here can see a majestic view of Kullu valley, as the template is located at an elevation. Another unique temple which is a must see is the Bijli Mahadev Temple, which as the name suggests is often struck by lightning

Manali is a hill stations located in the central part of Himachal Pradesh. It is 2050 meters above sea level is located right across the River Beas. This is a beautiful hill station, famous for its many religious spots and also for offering sporting opportunities such as biking, mountaineering, kayaking, trekking, rafting and much more.

There are many places to see in Manali. Here is a look at some important places which are a must see for visitors:

• Arjun Gufa – This is also known as the cave of Arjuna, and it is the place where Arjuna performed penances to gain the Pashupata Ashtra from Lord Indra.

• Kothi – This is a beautiful spot, which offers a magnificent view of the Himalayas. It is about 12 kilometer away from Manali and lies at the foot of the Rohtang pass.

• Hadimba Temple – This temple is four storey temple well-known for its wood carved doorway. It I located in the middle of the forest called Dhungiri Van Vihar

• Rahala Waterfalls – These scenic waterfalls are located just 16 kilometers away from Manali. They lie at an altitude of 2,501 m.

The closest airport to Manali lies in Bhuntur, which is 52 kilometers south of this hill station.